yellow taxi

Hailed urban ride

A yellow taxi is a taxicab painted the distinctive yellow color associated with licensed cabs, especially in New York City.

The color makes taxis highly visible and instantly recognizable on busy streets: She hailed a yellow taxi on Fifth Avenue.

In many cities, yellow has become synonymous with legitimate taxi service, distinguishing licensed cabs from unmarked cars.

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Known to kids · Mostly American · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G